Stealing Palestine

In just a few days, Avaazers will join prominent flotilla activists in a striking act of resistance in Brussels as leaders negotiate an import ban on Israel’s illegal settlement goods. Europe has the power to do this, but it needs to feel the public’s pressure. Sign now to stand with Avaazers on the ground and carry the power of our global call into the negotiating room! SIGN NOW! Below is more information about this key issue: This week, Israel could face real consequences for its push towards total West Bank annexation and the horrific wave of settler violence against Palestinian families. EU leaders will discuss Israel — that’s a huge opportunity to demand a ban on imports from illegal settlements. Over 85 nations have spoken out, but words are not enough. Sign and share widely now — let’s make our call huge before we deliver it into the meeting: Israel is accelerating the de facto annexation of the West Bank under a state-sanctioned plan, in blatant violation of international law. The occupation is displacing Palestinian families and seizing homes as settler violence spirals: in recent months, Israeli settlers have uprooted hundreds of olive trees, attacked Palestinian villages, burned homes and vehicles, and killed at least 16 Palestinians. One man was sexually assaulted in front of his family, and several women and girls were brutally beaten. But it doesn't have to be like this — a future where Palestinians live safely on their own land, free to grow, build, and thrive is still possible! Let’s fight for that future. Nine countries have already sanctioned the architects of annexation — it’s time to go further. If we act now, we can push a critical mass of countries to freeze all imports from illegal settlements and pass sweeping sanctions, making this violent takeover too costly to continue. Add your name now, and when our call is huge, Avaaz will make this big in the media and in Brussels:

In just a few days, Avaazers will join prominent flotilla activists in a striking act of resistance in Brussels as leaders negotiate an import ban on Israel’s illegal settlement goods. Europe has the power to do this, but it needs to feel the public’s pressure. Sign now to stand with Avaazers on the ground and carry the power of our global call into the negotiating room! SIGN NOW! Below is more information about this key issue: This week, Israel could face real consequences for its push towards total West Bank annexation and the horrific wave of settler violence against Palestinian families. EU leaders will discuss Israel — that’s a huge opportunity to demand a ban on imports from illegal settlements. Over 85 nations have spoken out, but words are not enough. Sign and share widely now — let’s make our call huge before we deliver it into the meeting: Sign Now Dear Friends, Israel is accelerating the de facto annexation of the West Bank under a state-sanctioned plan, in blatant violation of international law. The occupation is displacing Palestinian families and seizing homes as settler violence spirals: in recent months, Israeli settlers have uprooted hundreds of olive trees, attacked Palestinian villages, burned homes and vehicles, and killed at least 16 Palestinians. One man was sexually assaulted in front of his family, and several women and girls were brutally beaten. But it doesn't have to be like this — a future where Palestinians live safely on their own land, free to grow, build, and thrive is still possible! Let’s fight for that future. Nine countries have already sanctioned the architects of annexation — it’s time to go further. If we act now, we can push a critical mass of countries to freeze all imports from illegal settlements and pass sweeping sanctions, making this violent takeover too costly to continue. Add your name now, and when our call is huge, Avaaz will make this big in the media and in Brussels: Defend the West Bank now The annexation plan has been condemned worldwide, including by the United States — and momentum is building for even more countries to sanction extremist Israeli ministers Itamar Ben Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich. But words alone won't stop Netanyahu’s cabinet. Without concrete consequences, they will keep rewriting reality on the ground. We can force more states to freeze all settlement trade and widen sanctions to every official who voted for annexation. Under international law, transferring civilians into occupied territory isn’t just illegal — it is a war crime, and these leaders bear personal responsibility. Sanctioning cabinet members would send a clear signal: violating international law carries political and economic costs. If countries like Spain and France lead, others may follow — multiplying the pressure. The movement against genocide in Gaza shows that governments will move when they face massive, unrelenting pressure from citizens around the world. Sign now: Defend the West Bank now In times like this, it’s easy to feel helpless. But when people rise, they can change history. By standing together today, we can help trigger a global chain reaction that forces the Israeli government to halt this illegal takeover. Sign and share widely. With hope and determination, Mo, Lily, Nax, Pascal and the rest of the Avaaz team More information: Palestine: Killings, destruction and settler encroachment continues (UN News) Israel’s settlement expansion drives mass displacement in West Bank  (OHCHR) Ireland calls for EU-wide ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements (AA) EU agrees to place fresh sanctions on extremist Israeli settlers (The Irish Times)

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Trump Island

Ivanka Trump and her husband are about to turn one of the last preserved islands in the Mediterranean into a huge private resort, destroying natural habitats home to seals, flamingos and turtles. Local Albanians are fighting this corporate takeover alone. We can't let them lose. Sign and share to pressure Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama: Protect Sazan Island from the Trumps! A few days ago, when locals went out for a walk along the pristine beach on Albania’s southern coast, they found large, barbed-wire-topped fences blocking their path. Heavy machinery was already tearing into the sand. When citizens stood up to the private guards, they were violently dragged away. That’s when the protests erupted. Nature is for everyone to enjoy, not a luxury commodity to be sold off to the highest bidder. And right now, Albanians are fighting for that right alone against one of the richest families in the world, the Trumps. Let’s join their calls and help them deliver a massive victory for nature. When we hit 500,000 signatures, we'll make sure Prime Minister Edi Rama sees it and demands a total halt to the project.

Ivanka Trump and her husband are about to turn one of the last preserved islands in the Mediterranean into a huge private resort, destroying natural habitats home to seals, flamingos and turtles. Local Albanians are fighting this corporate takeover alone. We can't let them lose. Sign and share to pressure Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama: Protect Sazan Island from the Trumps! SIGN NOW Dear friends, A few days ago, when locals went out for a walk along the pristine beach on Albania’s southern coast, they found large, barbed-wire-topped fences blocking their path. Heavy machinery was already tearing into the sand. When citizens stood up to the private guards, they were violently dragged away. That’s when the protests erupted. Nature is for everyone to enjoy, not a luxury commodity to be sold off to the highest bidder. And right now, Albanians are fighting for that right alone against one of the richest families in the world, the Trumps. Let’s join their calls and help them deliver a massive victory for nature. When we hit 500,000 signatures, we'll make sure Prime Minister Edi Rama sees it and demands a total halt to the project. Sign now - Protect Sazan Island from the Trump family! As we write this, pressure is growing in Albania: Protests have been held around Albania and the country’s Special Anti-Corruption Prosecution Office has opened an investigation into changes to the area's protected status and land ownership in 2024, which paved the way for tourism development. Campaigns like this have worked in the past. Just last week in Mexico, a mega-tourist project like this was cancelled after massive citizen outcry. Because we believe in a future where nature is protected, communities are consulted, and our planet's last pristine places are safeguarded. Let’s give these brave citizen protests a second wind with thousands of signatures from all over the world. Together, let's stop Ivanka Trump and her husband Jared Kushner's project for good! Sign now - Protect Sazan Island from the Trump family! From Patagonia to Kenya, all around the world, the ultra-rich are trying to monopolise our natural treasures, destroying crucial natural habitats in their path. Money is loud, but we, the people, can be louder. Let’s rise up and defend what belongs to all of us, together.  With hope and determination, Julian, Harriet, Marco, Lilian, Chris, Marie, Bieta and the whole Avaaz team More information: Albania Gives Jared Kushner Hotel Project a Nod as Trump Returns (The New York Times) Protests in Albania grow over Jared Kushner-backed luxury resort (The Guardian) What to know about the growing opposition to Trump family-linked resort in Albania (AP)

Avaaz is a 70-million-person global campaign network that works to ensure that the views and values of the world's people shape global decision-making. ("Avaaz" means "voice" or "song" in many languages.) Avaaz members live in every nation of the world; our team is spread across 18 countries on 6 continents and operates in 22 languages. Learn about some of Avaaz's biggest campaigns here, or follow us on Facebook, X, or Instagram. You became a member of the Avaaz movement and started receiving these emails when you signed "Community Petitions Site" on 2016-12-07 using the email address statusgps@gmail.com. To ensure that Avaaz messages reach your inbox, please add avaaz@avaaz.org to your address book. To change your email address, language settings, or other personal information, contact us, or simply go here to unsubscribe. To contact Avaaz, please do not reply to this email. Instead, write to us at www.avaaz.org/en/contact . Avaaz Foundation ℅ Sayer Vincent LLP 110 Golden Lane London, England EC1Y 0TG Avaaz Foundation c/o Servcorp 1330 6th Avenue Suite 23A New York, NY 10019 USA

Maasai: Final call for support

Terezinha, thousands of Maasai families could lose water and medical services in weeks. This is how you can help.

Dear Terezinha, The Maasai of Ngorongoro are running out of time. The Tanzanian government has been on the attack for years -- burning homes and trying to evict entire communities to clear the way for elephant hunting and luxury tourism. Now two presidential commissions are openly pushing for mass evictions, and thousands of families could lose access to water, medical care, and grazing rights in weeks. The Maasai don't just live in Ngorongoro -- their entire way of life is deeply woven into the grasslands, rivers, and open plains. They've successfully protected these lands for generations, so it's no wonder that wildlife is abundant or that elephants give birth here. And that's exactly why the government wants these lands for trophy hunting. We cannot let it happen. Avaaz members provided ALL the funding for a critical court case that previously blocked mass evictions. But now the government is more determined than ever. Maasai elders are calling for our support because they simply don't have the money for expensive legal battles, and time is running out. Together, we could fund top lawyers to challenge new evictions in court, protect Maasai families at immediate risk, and help to fund Maasai wildlife conservation projects. Your donation will also power Avaaz campaigns across the Amazon, supporting Indigenous communities to win legal rights to their ancestral lands. This is a call to stand with Earth's most passionate defenders -- please donate what you can now: I'LL DONATE R$15 I'LL DONATE R$25 I'LL DONATE R$45 I'LL DONATE R$85 OTHER AMOUNT Elephants still give birth on the Maasai grasslands of Tanzania -- but now the government wants to open these lands to elephant hunting and luxury tourism. Maasai elders are calling for urgent support. This fundraiser isn't just about stopping evictions. It's about protecting some of the last truly wild places left on Earth -- and backing the very communities who have kept them alive until now. From the Maasai grasslands of East Africa to the towering canopy of the Amazon rainforest, Indigenous peoples have safeguarded the world's most biodiverse places for generations. Study after study shows that when Indigenous communities retain control over their lands, wildlife is more abundant, ecosystems are healthier, and destruction slows dramatically. That's why this work matters so much. By making a donation today you'll help to fund Avaaz's work with Indigenous communities, defending the guardians of the Earth's most precious ecosystems. If we raise enough, we could: Fund the Maasai legal defence, supporting research, evidence-gathering, and a bold legal team to challenge evictions in court;  Support ground-breaking Maasai conservation projects, protecting critical ecosystems and proving that Maasai communities can coexist alongside wildlife; Power historic land rights victories for Indigenous communities -- with Indigenous-led advocacy tours, cutting legal briefs, public mobilisations, and inspiring media takeovers; Launch a rapid-response fund to support Indigenous leaders who are defending the planet's rivers, reefs, and rainforests; and,  Run bold Avaaz campaigns, standing alongside Indigenous communities to protect critical ecosystems and the balance of life on Earth.  Please donate what you can now: I'LL DONATE R$15 I'LL DONATE R$25 I'LL DONATE R$45 I'LL DONATE R$85 OTHER AMOUNT We know the Maasai can win. We helped block a huge round of evictions and funded a model of conservation that proves that wildlife and people can thrive together. Everything Avaaz does is thanks to millions of people around the world; let's keep standing together for justice and a collective responsibility for the Earth’s memories and wellbeing. In solidarity, Adela, Mike, Marigona, Kaitlin and the whole team at Avaaz Why your support matters, right now The Maasai are defending some of the last great grasslands on Earth -- lands where wildlife is abundant, thanks to careful conservation by Maasai communities. By standing with them, we help to protect these living landscapes from trophy hunting, land grabs, and destructive development. Avaaz members have already helped to fund major legal victories that blocked previous mass evictions in Ngorongoro, allowing thousands of Maasai families to remain on their ancestral lands. Your donations also helped fund strategic court cases defending Maasai communities against arbitrary arrests, criminalisation, and land dispossession -- strengthening legal recognition of Indigenous rights in Tanzania. But now the government is back, more determined than ever, and our movement is needed again. This is part of Avaaz's wider work alongside Indigenous communities around the world -- because when Indigenous peoples lose their lands, forests are cut down, rivers are polluted, and fragile ecosystems are opened to mining, drilling, and destructive development. By helping communities win recognition of their land rights, we help protect some of the most alive and biodiverse places left on Earth. More information: Tanzania is Getting Ready to Evict the Maasai From a Conservation Area (IC Magazine) Sham Presidential Commissions Rubber Stamp Tanzanian Government’s Efforts to Evict Indigenous Maasai from Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Oakland Institute) Tanzania's Maasai people facing government pressure to leave (DW) In Kenya, Maasai private landowners come together to protect wildlife corridors (Mongabay) PS. This might be your first donation to our movement ever. But what a first donation! Did you know that Avaaz relies entirely on small donations from members like you? That's why we're fully independent, nimble and effective. Join the over 1 million people who've donated to make Avaaz a real force for good in the world.

Avaaz is a 70-million-person global campaign network that works to ensure that the views and values of the world's people shape global decision-making. ("Avaaz" means "voice" or "song" in many languages.) Avaaz members live in every nation of the world; our team is spread across 18 countries on 6 continents and operates in 22 languages. Learn about some of Avaaz's biggest campaigns here, or follow us on Facebook, X, or Instagram. You became a member of the Avaaz movement and started receiving these emails when you signed "Community Petitions Site" on 2016-12-07 using the email address statusgps@gmail.com. To ensure that Avaaz messages reach your inbox, please add avaaz@avaaz.org to your address book. To change your email address, language settings, or other personal information, contact us, or simply go here to unsubscribe. To contact Avaaz, please do not reply to this email. Instead, write to us at www.avaaz.org/en/contact . Avaaz Foundation ℅ Sayer Vincent LLP 110 Golden Lane London, England EC1Y 0TG Avaaz Foundation c/o Servcorp 1330 6th Avenue Suite 23A New York, NY 10019 USA